Long division of polynomials uses the same steps you learned for long division of real numbers. It might look different because of the variables but don’t worry, it’s the same thing in disguise. Let’s first review long division. Remember this? You followed a pattern of Divide, Multiply, Subtract, Bring Down.
Read MoreDo you remember doing long division? Now you probably use a calculator for most division problems. We’ll have to remember all those long division skills so that we can divide polynomials. Think about dividing polynomials as long division, but with variables.
Read MoreMost people thing long division is boring and tedious, but when you understand the math that's going on behind the scenes, it's actually pretty cool!
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